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035 NC v. Laurean

If you are old enough to remember the foibles of a certain President around the turn of the millennia, you’re likely familiar with the phrase, “it’s not the crime, it’s the cover up.” For Corporal Laurean, stationed at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, this was undoubtedly true.  Laurean likely committed either sexual assault or adultery… but his coverup made him a murderer.

I relied on the North Carolina appellate opinion.

I referenced information from the Supreme Court of North Carolina, Murderpedia, WRAL (1)(2), ABC, CBS, YouTube (1)(2), Leatherneck.com, CNN, and Modbee.com.

This episode involved discussion of sexual assault. There are a number of resources available for survivors and victim of sexual assault, including the Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network (RAINN). They offer a free, confidential national sexual assault hotline at 800-656-HOPE as well as an online chat option.

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Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please take a moment to share, rate and review it wherever you listen to podcasts. I’m happy to receive constructive feedback or case suggestions at conductunbecomingpod@gmail.com. Join me over on Instagram @conductunbecoming!

Disclaimer: Conduct Unbecoming is a podcast where I get to talk about interesting crimes and cases that involve US military service members. I research, write, and produce the podcast myself… the opinions expressed are my own and, perhaps it’s obvious, Conduct Unbecoming is not approved, endorsed, or authorized by the Department of Defense. I am not a military JAG and have never been a military JAG. While I’m a practicing attorney, I don’t do direct criminal defense. This podcast is a passion project, not legal advice or expert opinion.

034 US v. Baba

I don’t think anyone would accuse me of having good luck when it comes to my checked luggage making it with me on trips. I’ve had a number of suitcases driven up days after my arrival. Most recently, our luggage on our move from Japan went to Washington DC while we… went to Austin, Texas. It all worked out, mostly because of incredible people that love us and intervened to take care of us, our sweet pup, and our baggage. When I travel, I have two very big competing instincts. I am, in the depths of my soul, a human who wants to bring ALL OF THE THINGS to all of the places. But, my luck necessitates I travel exclusively with a carry on. 

When Lt. Col. Baba received orders overseas to continue his work as a pharmacist, he definitely erred on the side of taking more than he needed and tossed in some expired prescription medicine. After arriving, though, he found his personal pharmaceutical stash was insufficient and decided to just… take what he thought he needed.

I relied on the ACCA opinion.

I referenced information about the Department of Defense COVID policies, hydroxychloroquine, Camp Arifjan, drug schedules, officer dismissals, Kuwaiti travel, and proper disposal of prescription drugs.

This episode discussed prescription drug misuse. If you, or someone you know, struggle with substance use, the SAMHSA National Helpline can be reached at 1-800-662-HELP, and their treatment locator is available online.

Links to Listen:

Apple Podcasts · Spotify · Youtube · Youtube Music · Amazon Music · I Heart · Audacy

Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please take a moment to share, rate and review it wherever you listen to podcasts. I’m happy to receive constructive feedback or case suggestions at conductunbecomingpod@gmail.com. Join me over on Instagram @conductunbecoming!

Disclaimer: Conduct Unbecoming is a podcast where I get to talk about interesting crimes and cases that involve US military service members. I research, write, and produce the podcast myself… the opinions expressed are my own and, perhaps it’s obvious, Conduct Unbecoming is not approved, endorsed, or authorized by the Department of Defense. I am not a military JAG and have never been a military JAG. While I’m a practicing attorney, I don’t do direct criminal defense. This podcast is a passion project, not legal advice or expert opinion.

033 US v. Brown

Captain Brown arrived at Minot Air Force Base some time before June 2012 and although Air Force duty station assignments are short, he was determined to make the most of his stint in North Dakota. Even in places where the cost of living might be less, it can be helpful to pick up a second stream of income and Brown wasn’t going to be left behind.  He had his choice of side hustles – he could join the underemployed military spouses and shill wax melts, essential oils or supplements. But Captain Brown wasn’t interested in your average multilevel marketing opportunities. He wanted to sell something that appealed to him, that might appeal to other men. And he settled on selling people for sex.

I relied on the AFCCA opinions (2017)(2018)(2023), the Ninth Circuit opinion and oral argument..

I referenced information from the Air Force Times, USA Today, Providence Journal, Minot Times, a directory of Ward County high schools. More information on habeas corpus petitions is available on the ACLU’s website.

Links to Listen:

Apple Podcasts · Spotify · Youtube · Youtube Music · Amazon Music · I Heart · Audacy

Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please take a moment to share, rate and review it wherever you listen to podcasts. I’m happy to receive constructive feedback or case suggestions at conductunbecomingpod@gmail.com. Join me over on Instagram @conductunbecoming!

Disclaimer: Conduct Unbecoming is a podcast where I get to talk about interesting crimes and cases that involve US military service members. I research, write, and produce the podcast myself… the opinions expressed are my own and, perhaps it’s obvious, Conduct Unbecoming is not approved, endorsed, or authorized by the Department of Defense. I am not a military JAG and have never been a military JAG. While I’m a practicing attorney, I don’t do direct criminal defense. This podcast is a passion project, not legal advice or expert opinion.